This is not really a hard shell case--it's cloth over what feels like cardboard and foam. The zipper does not work smoothly--sticks. Also, it does not hold the Lanikai concert snuggly in place, but there is a strap that helps. Feels cheep, but then it was!

So, I bought my little girl a Cordoba 15CM. I later realized she actually played the thing so I searched for a case for it. This case is perfect for the uke. It's a little pricey but I think it's a great fit and perfect for the job. In spite of the cost, I think it's an excellent case for what it is designed for and how it is used. I don't expect it would handle hard handling in an airport, but I think it's pretty good for what it is designed to do.